Commercial Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)

FAQ

What is involved?

The Commercial Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) is similar to a domestic Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) but involves much more detail. We take into consideration features property by assessing the dimensions, heating, cooling, lighting and glazing plus the construction characteristics.

How long does it take?

A commercial Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) can take anything from 1 hour to 3 hours depending on the size and difficulty of the property.

Commercial Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) What are they?

A Commercial Energy Performance Certificate is effectively a 5 page document that is displayed on an A [highest] - G [lowest] sliding scale.

When did A Commercial Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) become Law?

The regulation for all commercial properties applied from 1st October 2008.

When do they need to be obtained?

A Commercial Energy Performance Certificate must be obtained by 'the relevant person' at the earliest opportunity. This includes before entering into any contract to sell or rent a building.

Who is responsible for obtaining an Energy Performance Certificate EPC?

The regulations refer to a 'relevant person' as the person who is responsible for obtaining a commercial Energy Performance Certificate. The relevant person is either 'the seller' or 'the prospective landlord'.

What if I don’t have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) done for my property?

The provision for Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) is monitored by your local authority trading standards officer.

The fine can be anywhere between a minimum of £500 and a maximum of £5,000 and is based on a number of criteria but is mainly calculated on 12.5% of rateable value.

How long is it valid for?

The Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) is valid for 10 years.

Are any buildings exempt?

Places of worship, agricultural buildings and buildings that are intended to exist for less than two years.

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